Top Pokemon TCG Pocket Decks: Space-Time Smackdown

The *Pokemon TCG Pocket* expansion set, Space-Time Smackdown, themed around Diamond and Pearl, brings a significant shift to the meta-game. Here's a detailed look at the top decks you should consider building first in *Pokemon TCG Pocket*: Space-Time Smackdown.

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• Pokemon TCG Pocket: Space-Time Smackdown Best Decks
  • Darkrai Ex/Weavile Ex
  • Metal Dialga Ex
  • Yanmega/Exeggutor
  • Pachirisu Ex

Pokemon TCG Pocket: Space-Time Smackdown Best Decks

Darkrai Ex/Weavile Ex

• Sneasel x2
• Weavile Ex x2
• Murkrow x2
• Honchkrow x2
• Darkrai Ex x2
• Dawn x2
• Cyrus x2
• Leaf x2
• Professor’s Research x2
• Poke Ball x2
• Great Cape x2

The Darkrai Ex/Weavile Ex deck shines with the new Supporter card, Dawn, which revolutionizes energy management by allowing you to transfer energy from a Benched to an Active Pokemon. This ability is crucial in Pokemon TCG Pocket, where energy allocation can make or break a game. Darkrai Ex amplifies this advantage by dealing an additional 20 damage when energy is moved to it, setting up powerful attacks. Weavile Ex follows up, capitalizing on weakened opponents. Murkrow and Honchkrow provide solid backup, ensuring you have consistent attackers while building your bench.

Metal Dialga Ex

• Meltan x2
• Melmetal x2
• Dialga Ex x2
• Mew Ex
• Heatran
• Tauros
• Dawn x2
• Giovanni x2
• Leaf x2
• Professor’s Research x2
• Poke Ball x2
• Giant Cape x2

Metal-type Pokemon, including Meltan and Melmetal, have faced challenges since the Genetic Apex era of Pokemon TCG Pocket. However, with the introduction of Dialga Ex, this archetype sees a promising revival. Dialga Ex's Metallic Turbo ability allows you to attach two Metal Energy to your Benched Pokemon, accelerating your setup for Melmetal. Mew Ex and Tauros serve as effective counters, with Tauros particularly benefiting from Metallic Turbo, enhancing the deck's competitiveness.

Yanmega/Exeggutor

• Exeggcute (GA) x2
• Exeggutor Ex x2
• Yanma x2
• Yanmega Ex x2
• Mew Ex
• Erika x2
• Leaf x2
• Professor’s Research x2
• Poke Ball x2
• Rocky Helmet x2
• Pokemon Communication

Grass-type decks surged in popularity with Celebi Ex during Mythical Island, but Exeggutor Ex has always been the real powerhouse. The addition of Yanmega Ex keeps this deck in the spotlight. Yanmega Ex offers consistent damage with Air Slash, dealing 120 damage, while Exeggutor Ex holds the frontline. Erika's healing capabilities and the new Rocky Helmet provide additional strategic depth, making this deck a formidable choice.

Pachirisu Ex

• Pachirisu Ex x2
• Mew Ex
• Zapdos Ex x2
• Cyrus
• Giovanni
• Professor’s Research x2
• Poke Ball x2
• Rocky Helmet x2
• Giant Cape x2
• Lum Berry
• X Speed x2
• Potion x2

Pachirisu Ex's deck focuses on leveraging Pokemon Tool usage. With a tool attached, Pachirisu Ex can deal 80 damage with just two Electric Energy, offering excellent value. Giant Cape and Rocky Helmet enhance its durability, while Potions ensure sustained gameplay. Zapdos Ex provides reliable backup, allowing you to build your bench and wait for optimal draws.

These are our top picks for the best decks to build first in Pokemon TCG Pocket: Space-Time Smackdown. For more tips and information on the game, be sure to check out The Escapist.